Laboratory Technician

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Akron Lab - Akron, OH 44302Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $21.82 - $28.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Health CareAbout the Role

The Laboratory Technician supports daily laboratory operations within a healthcare setting. This position performs high-complexity molecular testing, processes patient specimens, operates laboratory equipment, completes quality control activities, and maintains accurate laboratory records.

The Laboratory Technician works closely with laboratory and clinical team members to ensure testing is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with established procedures and applicable CLIA and OSHA requirements.

The ideal candidate is precise, organized, and comfortable performing detailed technical work. This role requires strong laboratory skills, careful documentation, sound judgment, and a commitment to producing accurate and reliable patient results.

Why join our team?

Our Mission

We deliver innovative health care, education, and advocacy no matter what.

Our Core Values

Accountable: We take responsibility for our actions and decisions
Adaptable: We embrace change and remain flexible and resilient
Collaborative: We work together, valuing diverse perspectives
Kind: We treat everyone with compassion and respect
Non-judgmental: We create a safe and inclusive environment
Solution-oriented: We each operate as champions who look for effective solutions to challenges
Strategic - We approach our work with a clear vision and thoughtful planning

What You’ll Do

Perform high-complexity PCR testing and process patient specimens according to established laboratory procedures.
Prepare reagents, calibrators, controls, and other materials needed for testing.
Operate, calibrate, and maintain PCR analyzers, automated extraction systems, and other laboratory equipment.
Complete quality control, quality assurance, proficiency testing, and competency-assessment activities.
Review quality control results, identify testing concerns, and complete or escalate corrective action when needed.
Record testing data, patient results, equipment maintenance, and corrective actions accurately in the Laboratory Information Management System.
Maintain reagent and supply inventory, including lot-number tracking, storage, and dates placed into service.
Follow established procedures for biosafety, contamination control, specimen handling, documentation, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications and BenefitsWhat You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

Must meet the current CLIA education and training requirements for personnel performing high-complexity testing under 42 CFR § 493.1489. Qualifying pathways may include an applicable laboratory science or medical laboratory technology degree, qualifying college science coursework and documented laboratory training, military laboratory training, or another pathway recognized under CLIA.
Strong understanding of pipetting techniques, aseptic handling, and contamination control.
Ability to follow written laboratory procedures and regulatory requirements accurately.
Ability to maintain complete and accurate testing, quality control, and equipment-maintenance records.
Ability to identify issues that could affect test performance or result reporting and take appropriate action.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with laboratory and clinical team members.
Commitment to Planned Parenthood’s mission, values, and service standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science, medical technology, molecular biology, microbiology, chemistry, or a related field.
Experience working in a high-complexity CLIA-certified laboratory.
Experience performing molecular diagnostic or PCR testing.
Experience using a Laboratory Information Management System.
Experience troubleshooting PCR instrumentation or automated extraction systems.
Experience participating in quality control, proficiency testing, or laboratory competency assessments.

What We Offer

Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Medical coverage, with 90% employer-paid base plans for individual coverage
Employer-paid vision coverage
Dental coverage
Employer-paid life insurance
Employer-paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan with an employer contribution of up to 4%
Nine paid holidays each year
Two floating holidays each year
Financial incentive program for certified bilingual Associates*

Qualified Associates who demonstrate fluency in a needed language, including Spanish, Nepali, or Somali depending on the geographic service area, may receive a $1.00-per-hour differential following successful completion of the language assessment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PPGOH is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, experience, performance, and organizational needs. We do not discriminate against any applicant or Associate based on race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We recognize that candidates may not meet every preferred qualification listed. If your skills and experience align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.